You know you have finally reached the end of the world when you arrive in Ushuaia in Argentina. As you descend along the mountainous roads towards the cramped city, you will see the ocean that stretches beyond infinity. Nothing lies beyond these cold waters and majestic fjords. Here, in Ushuaia, is truly the end of […]
Tag: hiking
Introducing the seven wonders of the Argentinian Patagonia
If you are still not tired of the seven wonders cliché, here is another list of seven wonders to add to your bucket list. Patagonia is huge, and just the Argentinian Patagonia is larger than many European countries put together. Most people do not have time to see all that Patagonia has to offer, so […]
The frozen trek up Fitz Roy in Argentina
If there is one thing that sums up Patagonian weather in summer, it has to be the icy winds. The wind just keeps howling, blowing and slapping icy cold air onto your brittle face. Despite knowing this, I still wanted to make the trek up to Fitz Roy in Argentina. It would have been a […]
Georgia in a nutshell: 8 things you absolutely have to do
If you were to ask me to list my top five must-visit countries, Georgia is definitely on it. Note that I am referring to Georgia the country, and not the state in the United States! Georgia is small and packed with interesting sights. Whether you are a nature lover, a fan of architecture, a foodie […]
Off the beaten track hike to Sary Chelek
Kyrgyzstan is a trekker’s mecca, but most people only visit Alakul lake in Karakol. There are many beautiful trails in Kyrgyzstan, but the lack of infrastructure makes it difficult to access these areas. One such place is the Sary Chelek Biosphere Reserve. The reserve consists of a series of lakes and boasts a large variety […]
Making the trek to Alakul lake in Kyrgyzstan
If there is only one trek you can do in Kyrgyzstan, it has to be the trek to Alakul lake. Although this is also the most popular trek in the country, the views along the way are simply too amazing to skip. Alakul lake is an alpine lake 3,650m above sea level and the round-trip […]
Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lakes: Nature that wows
The first impression people have of Kazakhstan is usually of endless steppe and deserts. While not totally false, Kazakhstan also has its share of stunning landscapes. The southeast region of Kazakhstan is full of natural formations, with mountains, lakes and rivers waiting to be discovered. In this article, I will be introducing Charyn Canyon and […]
9 things to do in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Honestly, I am not a big fan of cities. Traffic jams, packed subways and ugly apartment blocks are just not to my liking. However, I have to admit: cities are convenient. You can easily fly into or out of them, find whatever you need from the supermarket just down the road and eat something fancy. […]
6 places to visit in Northern Xinjiang
Northern Xinjiang is a nature-lover’s paradise. The magnificent Tien Shan Mountains down south and the gorgeous Altai Mountains up north surround the entire region. Even the flatter areas are not spared from the gifts of nature – beautiful grasslands, pristine lakes and meandering rivers fill whatever that is left. Opportunities for hiking are aplenty, but […]
5 day trekking route around Yubeng village
Heading to Lijiang or Shangri-la in Yunnan, China? Why not go further north and explore the sacred Meili snow mountain? Many tourists stop at Shangri-la, but the most beautiful part of this route lies further ahead. The trek to Yubeng village, within the Meili snow mountain range, is one of the most beautiful treks you […]
